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Sunday, July 26, 2009

Project update

The front lawn is divided into two sections that are bisected by the walkway that leads to the front door. I've been frustrated and disappointed by numerous attempts to grow grass here so I've decided to do away with the grass and cover the areas in gravel pathways and mondo grass and other shade-loving groundcovers.

This weekend I finished the smaller area and I think I'm pleased with the results. What do you think?

Before -

And after -

Now, on to tackle the other side which is double the size. More to come!

C.C., I don't have anything at the moment and that may be a problem later on. I initially wanted to put a brick lined barrier between the walk and the mondo grass but I decided not to. I may add it in the future if the grass becomes a problem in the pathway.

The addition of the path and bed brings this entire front area togethor! Look at the before and after pictures again and you'll see the very dramatic change that's happened. The contrast of gravel to plant material anchors this area in a way that was missing before. I know this was a lot of work, but the results are outstanding. Your a step closer to yard saling that mower also! Bill

Those are excellent results especially as your house seems to have doubled in size in the first after shot (ha ha)! Isn't it gratifying to have a large project behind you? (But not so fun to have a large behind... ooh! I think I've had too much sugar this morning.) :)

I love how it turned out! I have a gravel path in the backyard with no raised barrier to keep the gravel out of the flower bed. It hasn't been a problem at all, I just use a rake along the edges every so often and it looks good as new.

Phillip~~ I love the before photo with all the shade and enclosure. You have a great set of bones to work with and your transformation is nothing short of miraculous. I just wanted to keep staring at the photos. Tranquility suffused with a modicum of curiosity and fun. Outstanding!

Yes, Oregon is similar to Washington in that it is divided into two climates. The cascade mountain range delineates the two. Thankfully I live on the plant/people-friendly west side with a strong marine influence that typically keeps our weather on the mild side. The east side is plagued with severe winters as well as summers. I'm glad that you can take the heat [105 wow!] otherwise your yard would be perennially the Before photo. :]